Itinerary
- Day 1
Cologne
You'll arrive in Cologne and have the morning and early afternoon to walk around at your own pace. The ship doesn't leave until 18:00, so there's plenty of time to check out the monuments and other attractions in this cathedral city before you board. It's a good chance to get oriented and grab lunch somewhere local.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations)
Optional Activities
- Explore Cologne cathedral city and its monuments
- Discover attractions in the city center
Landmarks Cologne Cathedral 
- Day 2
Rüdesheim
The ship arrives in Rüdesheim at 11:00, and you'll head straight to Drosselgasse, which is really the main heart of what makes this place special. You can browse through the cultural spots, stately homes, and old fortifications scattered throughout town. Before the 18:00 departure, try a Rüdesheim coffee if you get the chance - it's a local specialty that originated right here.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations)
Optional Activities
- Visit Drosselgasse (Rhine Romanticism center)
- Explore stately homes and fortifications
- Try a traditional Rüdesheim coffee
Landmarks Drosselgasse 
- Day 3
Speyer
You'll dock in Speyer early at 08:00, which gives you most of the day to explore. This medieval town has over 2,000 years of history and sits in a strategic spot on the Upper Rhine. The cathedral here is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and shows off High Romanesque architecture really well. Before the 19:00 departure, wander the old streets and see why this place has been important for so long.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations)
Optional Activities
- Visit Speyer Cathedral (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Explore the medieval town center
- Discover historical sites and attractions
Landmarks Speyer Cathedral - Day 4
Strasbourg
Arriving at Strasbourg (Kehl) at 07:00 means you have most of the day ahead. Walk through the medieval half-timbered houses and see the elegant city palaces that line the streets. If you're up for climbing, head to the cathedral's viewing platform to see out over the French Rhine region. The ship departs at 18:00, so you've got good time to take this in.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations)
Optional Activities
- Visit Strasbourg Cathedral
- Climb the cathedral viewing platform
- Explore medieval half-timbered houses
- Discover elegant city palaces
Landmarks Strasbourg Cathedral 
- Day 5
Mainz - Loreley Valley - Koblenz
You'll arrive in Mainz early in the morning and have time to walk around this historic city before your noon ship departure. Mainz has over 2,000 years of history, so there's plenty to see in those few hours. After you board the A-ROSA ship at noon, you'll start cruising along the Rhine River, passing through the Loreley Valley and spotting charming towns along the banks. By evening, you'll pull into Koblenz and see the famous Deutsches Eck headland as the ship enters port.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations), Snack (Embarkation snack and daily tea and coffee time)
Included Activities
- Cruise along the Rhine River through Loreley Valley
- View Deutsches Eck headland during cruise arrival in Koblenz
- Access to e-bikes for independent exploration (subject to availability)
Optional Activities
- Explore Mainz during early morning arrival (06:00-12:00)
- Discover Mainz's palaces, stately homes, and narrow lanes
- Explore the town of Hoorn during cruise
- Explore Koblenz's historic sights and cultural attractions
Landmarks Deutsches Eck Loreley Valley Hoorn 
- Day 6
Koblenz
This morning and afternoon are yours to spend in Koblenz. Walk through the narrow lanes and check out the palaces and grand townhouses that fill this 2,000-year-old city. You'll also get to watch the ship sail close to the Deutsches Eck headland, which is worth seeing from the deck. The departure time is 14:00, so it's a shorter day in port but you can still cover a decent amount of ground.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations)
Optional Activities
- Explore Koblenz palaces and stately homes
- Discover grand townhouses and romantic corners
- View Deutsches Eck headland from ship
Landmarks Deutsches Eck - Day 7
Rotterdam
Starting at 06:00 in Nijmegen, you'll explore the oldest city in the Netherlands with 2,000 years of Roman history behind it. This is a Hanseatic city with plenty of historical sites and a vibrant feel. You'll depart at 12:00 and arrive in Rotterdam at 19:00. That evening, you'll get your first look at this modern 'Manhattan on the Maas' with its architect-designed houses and its role as Europe's largest maritime port.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations)
Optional Activities
- Explore Nijmegen historical sites
- Visit Nijmegen city beaches
- Discover Rotterdam's modern architecture
- Explore Rotterdam's international atmosphere
Landmarks Nijmegen 
- Day 8
Rotterdam
Spend this day exploring Rotterdam's modern architecture and international atmosphere. You'll walk around a city known for innovative architect-designed houses and all the maritime activity that comes with being Europe's largest port. You might even spot other cruise ships in the harbor. The ship departs at 16:00, giving you most of the afternoon to check things out.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations)
Optional Activities
- Explore Rotterdam's modern architecture
- Visit architect-designed houses
- Discover Europe's largest maritime port
- Take a harbor tour of Rotterdam
- Day 9
Emmerich
You'll arrive in Emmerich at 09:00, a small town on the lower Rhine that's worth a morning stroll. Head down to the promenade and take in the river views. The striking red suspension bridge here, nicknamed the 'Golden Gate Bridge of the Lower Rhine,' is definitely photo-worthy. Before the 15:00 departure, you can wander around and get a feel for this quieter riverside place.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations)
Optional Activities
- Stroll along the promenade
- View the 'Golden Gate Bridge of the Lower Rhine'
- Enjoy Rhine river views
Landmarks Golden Gate Bridge of the Lower Rhine - Day 10
Cologne
The ship pulls back into Cologne at 06:00, and your Rhine cruise is wrapping up. You'll have time to walk around this historic cathedral city one more time and see the monuments and attractions before you disembark. It's a chance to catch anything you might have missed on the first day or just enjoy the city again before heading home.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations)
Optional Activities
- Explore Cologne cathedral city
- Visit monuments and attractions
- Extend stay in Cologne after cruise
Landmarks Cologne Cathedral
